Hi there,
My name is Mr. Alex and I will be the English teacher for the primary grades this year. This year's 3rd grade class will work both in and out of the workbook on assignments that will better aid students in text analysis. This ranges from telling where a story setting is to who is speaking and what is being spoken about. By practicing reading analysis students will not only be better able to understand what it is they are reading but it will also give students the skills to better express their own thoughts in their writings. Parents who wish to get ing touch with me please feel free to contact me via email, Class Dojo, student diary and of course in person. I look forward to having a productive year full of fun and education. Sincerely, Mr. Alex |
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Contents
Term One
Unit 1: Let's look at non-fiction
Unit 2: How are stories put together?
Unit 3: Looking at poetry
Quiz
Unit 2: How are stories put together?
Unit 3: Looking at poetry
Quiz
Term Two
Unit 4: Let's persuade!
Unit 5: Story settings and characters
Unit 6: Let's act!
Quiz
Unit 5: Story settings and characters
Unit 6: Let's act!
Quiz
Term Three
Unit 7: Looking at fiction
Unit 8: Changing stories into reports
Unit 9: Imagery in poetry
Quiz
Unit 8: Changing stories into reports
Unit 9: Imagery in poetry
Quiz
Grammar Review
Do you remember Nouns? Verbs? Adjectives? Adverbs?
Explanation Texts
Explanation texts tells us how or why something happens.
Eg. How a house is built, how to make paper cranes, more....
The key features of explanation texts include:
Eg. How a house is built, how to make paper cranes, more....
The key features of explanation texts include:
Title - This should tell you what the writing is about or could be a question that the text is going to answer.
Opening statement - This should be general and briefly explain what the writing about. Paragraphs - The text should be in time order if it is about a process and be broken into smaller paragraphs. Connectives - These should show time (then, next...) and reasons (because, so therefore...) |
Paragraphs Types
Paragraphs group similar information together to make it easier to understand.
Examples:
Introduction paragraph: Introduces the reader to what the text will be.
Body paragraph: Includes similar information or ideas. (A text can have many body paragraphs)
Conclusion paragraph: Tells the reader how the story ends.
Examples:
Introduction paragraph: Introduces the reader to what the text will be.
Body paragraph: Includes similar information or ideas. (A text can have many body paragraphs)
Conclusion paragraph: Tells the reader how the story ends.
Explanation Text: What's in the Ocean?
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An ocean is a huge body of salt water. Oceans cover nearly 71 percent of Earth’s surface. They contain almost 98 percent of all the water on Earth. There is one world ocean, but it is divided into five main areas: the Pacific, the Atlantic, the Indian, the Arctic, and the Southern, or Antarctic. Together, they can be seen as one world ocean because they have no real borders, and water flows freely between them. Smaller parts of these oceans are called seas, gulfs, and bays. Ocean water is salty. The saltiness comes from a chemical substance called sodium chloride, which is dissolved in the water. (The salt that people eat is sodium chloride in the form of crystals.) >>> |
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Living things inhabit all levels of Earth’s oceans. Ocean plants grow fairly close to the water’s surface because they need sunlight to stay alive. Sunlight penetrates the water to only about 656 feet (200 meters). The most numerous ocean plants are called phytoplankton. Those tiny, one-celled plants drift with the ocean currents. Various kinds of sea grass and other plants also grow in the world’s oceans. Seaweeds, which are plantlike forms of algae, are plentiful as well. Like ocean plants, most ocean animals live in shallower water. This is because there are more plants and animals to eat near the water’s surface. But animals also can be found in deep water, including within the oceans’ deepest, darkest trenches. The world’s oceans are important to life on Earth. Oceans are a great source of food for people around the world. They also provide minerals, oil, and natural gas. Phytoplankton and algae create much of the world’s oxygen. Oceans also help to keep climates stable by storing heat from the Sun. Today, many dangers threaten the health of the oceans. People pollute oceans by dumping poisonous waste and garbage into them. Ocean pollution reduces oxygen in the water and harms ocean life. Overfishing and oil spills harm ocean life as well. |
Persuasive Writing
Persuasive writing is when a writer uses language to try and make a reader agree with their point of view.
Advertisements are a type of persuasive text.
They persuade the reader to buy a new product.
Advertisements are a type of persuasive text.
They persuade the reader to buy a new product.
Advert
Types of Sentences
Let's look at different types of sentences!
Questions (Interrogative or Imperative)
Statements (Declarative or Imperative)
Exclamations (Exclamatory)
- Example: Are you going home early today?
Statements (Declarative or Imperative)
- Example: That girl is a new student from Grade 1.
Exclamations (Exclamatory)
- Example: Watch out! It's a tiger!
Questions
Statements
Exclamations
A Report
A report text is a written account of something that has been seen, heard or done.
Let's look at Pg. 8 of the Learner's Book.
Let's look at Pg. 8 of the Learner's Book.
Tenses
Now it's time to review the different tenses.
Let's look at some example sentences in Past Tense.
The sentences below are in Present Tense.
- I played with my puppy yesterday.
- She stayed at my home.
- He showed us his toys.
The sentences below are in Present Tense.
- I like to sing.
- My bunny eats a lot.
- He watches cartoons everyday.
- She is going to the zoo today.
Note-taking
Note-taking is a very important skill.
It helps you gather information from different texts you've read and help you put similar information together.
Let's look at page 10 on Learner's Book to work on some note-taking.
It helps you gather information from different texts you've read and help you put similar information together.
Let's look at page 10 on Learner's Book to work on some note-taking.
Note-taking Exercise
- Use the internet or books available to find some information about your favorite animal.
- After obtaining the information, fill out the chart below.
Newspaper Reports
Newspaper reports are written in the past tense as they are reporting something that has already happened.
First paragraph includes:
Body paragraphs include:
Last paragraph includes:
- who was involved
- what happened
- where the event happened
- when it happened
- why it happened or why is is being talked about
Body paragraphs include:
- More information about the story
- Some facts and comments from other people who were involved
Last paragraph includes:
- How the story ended or how the problem was solved
- What to do next or what will happen next
Facts & Opinions
Facts are pieces of information that are true and often given as statements.
Example: Apples can be red or green.
Opinions are people's ideas or thoughts about something.
Example: Apples are delicious!
Example: Apples can be red or green.
Opinions are people's ideas or thoughts about something.
Example: Apples are delicious!
Argument Text
Argument texts show both sides of the argument so that the reader can consider the different opinions and make a choice.
Key features of a balanced argument:
1. Title: A simple statement or question that shows the issue being argued
2. Short opening: A sentence(s) that explain the argument
3. Points in favor of the argument: Facts and evidence to support the argument
4. Points against the argument: Facts and evidence to support the points against the argument
5. Connectives: Words used to structure the argument
6. Conclusion: Each side of the argument is summarized and then you give your own view/opinion.
1. Title: A simple statement or question that shows the issue being argued
2. Short opening: A sentence(s) that explain the argument
3. Points in favor of the argument: Facts and evidence to support the argument
4. Points against the argument: Facts and evidence to support the points against the argument
5. Connectives: Words used to structure the argument
6. Conclusion: Each side of the argument is summarized and then you give your own view/opinion.
Debates
Debates are spoken 'verbal arguments' where both sides get to state their case.
A vote is then held to decide which argument was the most convincing.
Let's watch the debate video below to inspire for your class debate. (Start the video on 2:30 mark)
A vote is then held to decide which argument was the most convincing.
Let's watch the debate video below to inspire for your class debate. (Start the video on 2:30 mark)
Introduction Paragraph
The introduction (Intro) of your Argument needs to state your opinion in brief detail.
Body Paragraphs
The body of your argument text should be in three paragraphs.
Paragraph 1. You state your argument and the details (evidence) to back it up
Paragraph 2. State one point AGAINST your argument and provide details
Paragraph 3. Restate your argument and give more information why you argument is more valid, you can include your own opinion
Paragraph 1. You state your argument and the details (evidence) to back it up
Paragraph 2. State one point AGAINST your argument and provide details
Paragraph 3. Restate your argument and give more information why you argument is more valid, you can include your own opinion
Summarising (Conclusion Paragraph)
Summarising is identifying the key points from a longer piece of writing so that it becomes a short piece.
To summarize you need to:
To summarize you need to:
- skim the text and find the answers related to questions such as why, what, when, where, who and how
- identify the main point of text. Example: What is the purpose of the text?
- identify the main point of each paragraph
- use all the main points you have gathered to write your summary
Reviewing Types of Non-Fiction Texts
Do you remember??
1. Explanation Texts?
2. Newspaper Reports?
3. Report Texts?
4. Argument Texts?
1. Explanation Texts?
2. Newspaper Reports?
3. Report Texts?
4. Argument Texts?
Story Openings
Story openings/beginnings should be very interesting to make sure the reader keeps reading your story.
Authors plan the openings carefully by using different methods to keep the reader excited.
Different types of story openings are:
Authors plan the openings carefully by using different methods to keep the reader excited.
Different types of story openings are:
- Action - something happens straight away
- Dialogue - characters speak to one another
- Setting focus - the setting is described in detail
- Character focus - a character or characters are introduced to the reader straight away
- Narrative hook - something is suggested to the reader to make them curious
Story Planning
Planning a story can be done in five stages.
- The beginning --> This introduces the story
- The build up --> Includes events that will lead to a problem
- The climax/conflict --> This the problem that needs solving
- The resolution --> These are the events leading to the ending
- The end --> The problem is resolved and the story ends
Story Planning Hill/Mountain
Story Genres
There are many types of fictional texts. We call them the genres of fictional texts.
Let's look at different genres (types):
Let's look at different genres (types):
- Fantasy - These often take place in imaginary worlds
- Fable - Short stories that usually include animals as the characters and have a moral
- Mystery - These often have a detective who has to solve a crime
- Adventure - These focus on an adventure where there is risk or danger
- Science Fiction - These include imaginative and futuristic settings, often including time or space travel
- Historical - These focus on events in the past
Tenses
The tense of a verb shows whether the action has happened, is happening or will happen.
Adverbs
Adverbs give extra information about a verb, adjective or another adverb.
It tells the reader how, where or when something happened.
Examples:
It tells the reader how, where or when something happened.
Examples:
- He ran quickly into the store. (Quickly explains how he runs)
- We have to leave soon. (Soon tells when they have to leave)
- We attend school here. (Here tells where the something happens)
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Punctuation
A mark used in writing to separate sentences and their elements and to clarify meaning.
Ending Stories
A strong story ending is also necessary to leave a good impression on the reader.
Good ways to end a story include:
Good ways to end a story include:
- An Explicit Ending: It wraps everything up and gives the audience answers to all the important questions.
- An Implicit Ending: It is typically vague and allows the reader to fill in the banks with their imagination.
- A Twist Ending: It is usually unexpected. Twist endings replace everything that readers believed would happen at the end of the story.
- A Cliff-hanger: If you're writing a series sometimes it can be good to have a cliff-hanger as an ending which leads onto the next book.
Future Tense
The simple future tense is used to show that something will take place in the future.
There are two ways to write a sentence in simple future tense.
There are two ways to write a sentence in simple future tense.
Using will+verbTo show a future action, promise or prediction
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Using am/is/are + going to + verbTo show a plan, or can also be used to show a prediction
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Powerful Verbs (Replacement Verbs)
A verb is a word used to describe an action.
Powerful verbs are upgraded versions of verbs to make writing more descriptive and more concise.
Powerful verbs are upgraded versions of verbs to make writing more descriptive and more concise.
Limericks
Limericks are funny poems that have five lines and a rhyming pattern.
Syllables
A syllable is a unit of pronunciation.
Let's watch the video below to learn more about syllables.
Let's watch the video below to learn more about syllables.
Haiku
Haikus are Japanese poems that have seventeen syllables.
Haikus have three lines:
Example:
Butterflies are cool, (5 syllables)
in the big, huge, green forest. (7 syllables)
They fly up so high. (5 syllables)
Haikus have three lines:
- First line: Five syllables
- Second line: Seven syllables
- Third line: Five syllables
Example:
Butterflies are cool, (5 syllables)
in the big, huge, green forest. (7 syllables)
They fly up so high. (5 syllables)
Imagery (Figurative Language)
Imagery is when the writer creates a picture in the reader's head through using descriptive or figurative language.
A simile is a comparison of two things using the words like or as.
A metaphor is direct comparison of two things. It does not use like or as.
Alliteration is repeated sounds at the beginning of words.
Personification is when an object is given human qualities.
Onomatopoeia is a word that sounds like the sound it names.
Hyperbole is an extreme exaggeration.
Idiom is a common saying with a meaning completely different from its dictionary meaning.
A simile is a comparison of two things using the words like or as.
A metaphor is direct comparison of two things. It does not use like or as.
Alliteration is repeated sounds at the beginning of words.
Personification is when an object is given human qualities.
Onomatopoeia is a word that sounds like the sound it names.
Hyperbole is an extreme exaggeration.
Idiom is a common saying with a meaning completely different from its dictionary meaning.
Explicit & Implicit
Explicit meaning are those clearly expressed by the author.
Implicit meanings are those that are implied (suggested) by the author, but not actually written.
Implicit meanings are those that are implied (suggested) by the author, but not actually written.
Let's find the meaning!
Implicit Information- The poet is describing the sound on the roof as being a creature, but does not mean it literally.
Explicit Information- The poet now tells us it is just a storm.
Powerful Verbs- Remember we can use words in place of others to make the reading more enjoyable. Powerful verbs are verbs them mean close to the same thing as another verb, but has a more powerful sound.
Example: Instead of saying 'moving' the poet used the word 'Stamping' to describe the horse's movement.
Implicit Information- The poet is describing the sound on the roof as being a creature, but does not mean it literally.
Explicit Information- The poet now tells us it is just a storm.
Powerful Verbs- Remember we can use words in place of others to make the reading more enjoyable. Powerful verbs are verbs them mean close to the same thing as another verb, but has a more powerful sound.
Example: Instead of saying 'moving' the poet used the word 'Stamping' to describe the horse's movement.
More Poems
Reading Aloud
When you are reciting/reading poems out loud, make sure to put in expressions, sound out words properly and portray characters clearly to keep your listeners interested.
Try to avoid using monotone voice as it may sound boring for your listeners.
You need to think carefully about the tone of your voice when reading to an audience.
Tone means the pitch and volume of your voice.
For example:
Punctuation can give clues about tones you can use:
Try to avoid using monotone voice as it may sound boring for your listeners.
You need to think carefully about the tone of your voice when reading to an audience.
Tone means the pitch and volume of your voice.
For example:
- Soft, soothing sounds when saying words would show happiness or pleasure.
- Harsh, loud words would say anger.
Punctuation can give clues about tones you can use:
- An exclamation mark means your voice needs to indicate an emotion.
- Question mark means you should read your voice at the end of the sentence.
- Often all CAPITAL letters mean you need to raise the volume of your voice.
Vocabulary Time!
Non-fiction Texts
A non-fiction text is based on facts.
It is really any text which isn't fiction (a made-up story or poetry).
You find non-fiction texts everywhere in life, from the back of the cereal packet at breakfast, to a text book at the library.
They can range from a newspaper article to a review of a new computer game.
It is really any text which isn't fiction (a made-up story or poetry).
You find non-fiction texts everywhere in life, from the back of the cereal packet at breakfast, to a text book at the library.
They can range from a newspaper article to a review of a new computer game.
Non-fiction texts have their own features such as:
A bold title - to draw the reader's attention
Questions to the reader - to engage them and get them interested in the topic
Alliteration - giving the reader something catchy to remember
A brightly colored picture - to attract the reader's attention
Information about the topic shown in a positive way
A bold title - to draw the reader's attention
Questions to the reader - to engage them and get them interested in the topic
Alliteration - giving the reader something catchy to remember
A brightly colored picture - to attract the reader's attention
Information about the topic shown in a positive way
Homophones
Homophones are two or more words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling.
Facts & Opinions
Fact: Something that is known and can be or has been proved to be true
Opinion: A view or judgement that is formed about something, it does not have to be based on either facts or knowledge
Opinion: A view or judgement that is formed about something, it does not have to be based on either facts or knowledge
Leaflets
A leaflet is a printed sheet of paper containing information or advertising and usually distributed free.
Some features of a leaflet include:
Some features of a leaflet include:
- Clear, bold heading
- Facts
- Photos
- Prices or detailed information
- Reviews
- Special offers (discounts)
- Contact information (phone number, address, website, e-mail)
Presenting Ideas
When you present your ideas, you need to be able to make sense to your listeners.
In order to do that, you need to group similar content together.
In order to do that, you need to group similar content together.
- A good introduction about your topic
- Information about your topic
- More additional information
- Give a final summary about the information you presented
Letter of Complaint
A letter of complaint can be organized in three simple paragraphs.
First Paragraph = Explains what the complaint is about
Second Paragraph = Gives details about what is wrong
Third Paragraph = Explains what the writer wants the reader to do about the situation
Your letter should have:
First Paragraph = Explains what the complaint is about
Second Paragraph = Gives details about what is wrong
Third Paragraph = Explains what the writer wants the reader to do about the situation
Your letter should have:
- Your address in the top right-hand corner
- The address of the person that you are writing to under your own address on the left-hand side of the page
- the date under the person's address
- Yours faithfully at the end if you don't know the exact name of the person you are writing to
Example: Dear Sir/Madam, Yours faithfully - Yours sincerely at the end if you know the name of the person you are writing to
Example: Dear Mr Adibi
Suffix (-ing)
Adding suffix 'ing' to some words can a present participle.
Present participle is a form of verb used in a continuous tense.
Example: She is playing a piano.
Play + -ing = Playing
There are two different rules in adding the suffix.
ONE --> When the word ends in e, REMOVE the e and add -ing
Example: write --> writing, drive --> driving,
Present participle is a form of verb used in a continuous tense.
Example: She is playing a piano.
Play + -ing = Playing
There are two different rules in adding the suffix.
ONE --> When the word ends in e, REMOVE the e and add -ing
Example: write --> writing, drive --> driving,
Connectives
A connective is a word or phrase used to link other words or phrases together.
Connectives can be conjunctions, prepositions or adverbs.
Example: I have two dogs and a cat.
"and" is a connective
Look at the table below for more connectives.
Connectives can be conjunctions, prepositions or adverbs.
Example: I have two dogs and a cat.
"and" is a connective
Look at the table below for more connectives.
Non-Fiction Texts in A Summary
Writing An Advert
What is an 'advert'? The word 'advert' is a short form of the word 'advertisement'. An advertisement can be a short video, a short article (often just a paragraph with pictures), an audio clip or just a picture with a few words. There are many kinds of adverts around us in day to day life. Can you think of any?
Authors of adverts choose their words carefully to make products sound appealing. Adjectives are often used in adverts to emphasize positive aspects and make comparisons between other products, e.g. 'better' or 'extra' or 'special'.
Authors of adverts choose their words carefully to make products sound appealing. Adjectives are often used in adverts to emphasize positive aspects and make comparisons between other products, e.g. 'better' or 'extra' or 'special'.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!!
Vocabulary Time!
Looking At Characters
A character is a person or animal involved in a story.
When reading a story we find out about the characters from the details the writer gives us.
Let's look at a few examples of character descriptions.
When reading a story we find out about the characters from the details the writer gives us.
Let's look at a few examples of character descriptions.
- Boggis was a chicken farmer. He kept thousands of chickens. He was enormously fat. This was because he ate boiled chickens smothered with dumplings every day for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
- Bunce was a duck and goose farmer. He kept thousands of ducks and geese. He was a kind of pot-bellied dwarf. He was so short his chin would have been underwater in the shallow end of any swimming-pool in the world.
Apostrophes
Apostrophes are small curved marks that can be used to show two things:
- where letters are missing in contracted words --> Example: could not: couldn't
- that something belongs to someone or something --> Example: The boy's coat
These are called possessive apostrophes.
Possessive Apostrophes
For singular nouns and plural nouns that DO NO END with an 's', the apostrophe is added and then the letter 's'
Example:
Example:
- The hat that belongs to the girl = The girl's hat
- The core in the centre of the Earth = The Earth's core
- The park belonging to the children = The children's park
For plural nouns that END in 's' that apostrophe goes after the word
Example:
Example:
- The tent that belongs to the boys = The boys' tent
- The food that belongs to the animals = The animals' food
Speech Marks
Speech marks are used around a quotation or speech to show what a character has said.
Example:
Example:
- "I heard a terrible noise!" said the girl.
- "What could it be?" asked the boy.
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Character Profile
A character profile gives a description of their personality as well as background details about them.
The profile includes:
The profile includes:
- details about appearance (hair, colour, skin colour, clothes worn)
- some details about related characters (family members)
- their personality (are they fun, angry, happy, loud?)
Fill out the list below to put together your character profile.
Type of character: (animal, human, made-up creature)
Name of character:
Personality: (shy, scary, happy)
Appearance: (What does my character looks like?)
Hobby: (What does my character like doing?)
Dislikes: (What do they dislike?)
Type of character: (animal, human, made-up creature)
Name of character:
Personality: (shy, scary, happy)
Appearance: (What does my character looks like?)
Hobby: (What does my character like doing?)
Dislikes: (What do they dislike?)
Morphemes
A meaningful unit of language that cannot be further divided.
Prefixes and suffixes are morphemes. Prefixes are added to the beginning of a word to create a new one. Example: mis- is added to the word 'take' --> mistake Suffixes are added at the end of a word to form a new word. Example: -less is added to the word 'help' --> helpless |
Write the correct spelling of the new words formed when the morphemes (prefixes/suffixes) are added.
- greedy + -ly =
- mis- + inform =
- dis- + like =
- shame + -less =
Settings
The setting is where and when a story takes place. There may be more than one setting in a story.
The other creates a picture of the setting through the details they give in the text.
Setting details may include:
The other creates a picture of the setting through the details they give in the text.
Setting details may include:
- Time of the day
- Time of the year
- Scenery
- Weather
- Location
Setting Descriptions & Details
Setting details can be stated in the text by explicit or implicit means.
Explicit means details are already stated clearly in the text.
Explicit is something that is state directly and fully, with no room left for implications.
Implicit means details you can infer from the details given.
It means something that is implied and something that is not expressed directly but still understood because it is suggested by the choice of words, the tone of voice and other factors.
Explicit means details are already stated clearly in the text.
Explicit is something that is state directly and fully, with no room left for implications.
Implicit means details you can infer from the details given.
It means something that is implied and something that is not expressed directly but still understood because it is suggested by the choice of words, the tone of voice and other factors.
Verbs
Verbs are words used to describe actions, being or seeming.
Powerful Verbs
Powerful verbs are used to add action and interest to the writing.
Example:
Verb = walk , Powerful verb = stomp
Verb = said, Powerful verb = whispered
Example:
Verb = walk , Powerful verb = stomp
Verb = said, Powerful verb = whispered
Adverbs
Adverbs are words used to give extra detail to the verb to show time, manner or place.
Prefixes & Suffixes
A prefix is a group of letters placed before the root of a word.
Example:
“unhappy” --> consists of the prefix “un-” [which means “not”] combined with the root (or stem) word “happy” “unhappy” = not happy
Example:
“unhappy” --> consists of the prefix “un-” [which means “not”] combined with the root (or stem) word “happy” “unhappy” = not happy
A suffix is a group of letters placed after the root of a word.
Example:
"flavorless" --> consists of the root word “flavor” combined with the suffix “-less” [which means “without”]
“flavorless” = having no flavor
Example:
"flavorless" --> consists of the root word “flavor” combined with the suffix “-less” [which means “without”]
“flavorless” = having no flavor
Creating Mood
When creating the mood in stories, authors choose their words carefully and often establish this through the setting they describe.
A setting can be described in different ways to show the mood:
- cloudy skies, no sun, sounds of rumbling thunder in the distance would suggest a downcast, unhappy mood
- sun shining, fluffy clouds, sounds of laughter in the distance would suggest a happy mood
A setting can be described in different ways to show the mood:
- cloudy skies, no sun, sounds of rumbling thunder in the distance would suggest a downcast, unhappy mood
- sun shining, fluffy clouds, sounds of laughter in the distance would suggest a happy mood
Homophones
Homophones are words that sound alike but are spelled differently.
Words that sound the same but have different meanings and usually different spellings.
Words that sound the same but have different meanings and usually different spellings.
Setting Creation
The setting of a story is the context in a scene or story that describes the elements in which a story is taking place, including time, place, and environment.
Each component in story setting helps to build the narrative’s mood, plot, and character development.
The setting is more than just a backdrop to the story when, it includes everything that has to do with the social environment, place, and time.
It is very important to create thoughtful setting(s) in a story because:
Each component in story setting helps to build the narrative’s mood, plot, and character development.
The setting is more than just a backdrop to the story when, it includes everything that has to do with the social environment, place, and time.
It is very important to create thoughtful setting(s) in a story because:
- Helps connect the story's elements
An effective story setting connects the characters to the plot and ties together the story's themes and events. - Builds meaning to the narrative
Without the setting of a story, there may not be as much meaning to provide context to the reader. - Builds emotional response
When readers are interested in your story's settings, they will be actively reading and experiencing the narrative more deeply. - Helps readers visualize your story
Story settings provide more context and engages the reader
Let's get into setting creation
1. Decide the setting of a story
2. Research to make you setting more detailed
3. Start writing your story setting
Vocabulary Time!
Playscripts
A playscript is a piece of writing in the form of drama. The key features of a playscript are:
- a title
- character list at the beginning
- the story is broken down into scenes
- characters' names are on the left with colons after them to show what they say
- lines for each new speaker
- stage directions written in the present tense (to tell the actors how to say the lines, move and use props)
Narrative Order
Narrative order is when the main events in a story are arranged chronologically (in time order).
Scenes
Scenes make up individual parts of a story (they he.p to show the narrative order of the play.
The scenes in a play reflect a change in location or characters involved in the action.
The scenes in a play reflect a change in location or characters involved in the action.
Reading A Playscript
A playscript is a piece of writing in the form of drama.
Reading a playscript can be quite different from ready a normal story! That's because we mostly read a play as dialogue.
Remember Dialogue?
Dialogue is when characters talk in a story. Normally when we write dialogue in a story we use speech marks.
Example:
The merchant said, "He just doesn't listen. I don't know how he can be my son."
"Don't say that!" His wife exclaimed, "He is our dear child. He just needs some extra attention."
BUT PLAYS ARE DIFFERENT!!!
In a play we write dialogue by putting the character's name at the front of the line with a colon separating the name from what the character is saying.
Example:
Merchant: He just doesn't listen. I don't know how he can be my son.
Wife: Don't say that! He is our dear child. He just needs some extra attention.
We call these LINES of dialogue.
Reading a playscript can be quite different from ready a normal story! That's because we mostly read a play as dialogue.
Remember Dialogue?
Dialogue is when characters talk in a story. Normally when we write dialogue in a story we use speech marks.
Example:
The merchant said, "He just doesn't listen. I don't know how he can be my son."
"Don't say that!" His wife exclaimed, "He is our dear child. He just needs some extra attention."
BUT PLAYS ARE DIFFERENT!!!
In a play we write dialogue by putting the character's name at the front of the line with a colon separating the name from what the character is saying.
Example:
Merchant: He just doesn't listen. I don't know how he can be my son.
Wife: Don't say that! He is our dear child. He just needs some extra attention.
We call these LINES of dialogue.
Scene List
Characters in a play.
Just like any story, a play needs to have characters with lots of personality.
Instead of writing down their actions in a story we must give the ACTORS the stage directions to preform.
We write STAGE DIRECTIONS by using brackets and placing the actions, emotions, movements and any other important information inside.
Example:
Merchant: (looking very cross) He just doesn't listen. I don't know how he can be my son.
Wife: (Talking loudly) Don't say that! He is our dear child. He just needs some extra attention.
The words in the brackets are what tell the actors how to act.
Instead of writing down their actions in a story we must give the ACTORS the stage directions to preform.
We write STAGE DIRECTIONS by using brackets and placing the actions, emotions, movements and any other important information inside.
Example:
Merchant: (looking very cross) He just doesn't listen. I don't know how he can be my son.
Wife: (Talking loudly) Don't say that! He is our dear child. He just needs some extra attention.
The words in the brackets are what tell the actors how to act.
Performing A Play
Here is a fun play to act out
Vocabulary Time!
Story Stages
Many stories of all types have a structure that follows five basic stages of action.
Stage 1: Setting the scene
Stage 2: Building up to the climax
Stage 3: The climax or the most exciting part of the story
Stage 4: Heading to the end of the story
Stage 5: End of the story
Stage 1: Setting the scene
Stage 2: Building up to the climax
Stage 3: The climax or the most exciting part of the story
Stage 4: Heading to the end of the story
Stage 5: End of the story
Back to Narrative!
Significant Events
What makes a part in a story 'Significant'?
We know that a climax of a story is when the problem in the story is being dealt with, but each part of a story also have Key Parts.
Key parts of a story lay all throughout the story, not just in the climax.
We look for key parts to make it easier to summarize a story.
Next time you read a story look out for the important / significant parts in the story so you can more easily tell what is happening.
We know that a climax of a story is when the problem in the story is being dealt with, but each part of a story also have Key Parts.
Key parts of a story lay all throughout the story, not just in the climax.
We look for key parts to make it easier to summarize a story.
Next time you read a story look out for the important / significant parts in the story so you can more easily tell what is happening.
Character Profiles
A character profile is a detailed description of a fictional character's life and personality.
If you're writing a story, all your main characters should have character profiles.
Character profile should include:
If you're writing a story, all your main characters should have character profiles.
Character profile should include:
- Character's name, age, gender
- Physical description of character’s appearance
- The personality traits of the character
- Overview of the character’s health
- The character's likes and dislikes
- Description of the character’s family life
- Character’s role in the story
Punctuations
Punctuation is the use of spacing and signs to help the reader understand and read written text correctly.
Dialogue
Apostrophes
Apostrophes are used in the following ways:
- to show where letters are missing (omission), also called a contraction --> hasn't = has not
- to show where something belongs to someone (possession) --> the girl's coat
Settings
The setting of a story is the context in a scene or story that describes the elements in which a story is taking place, including time, place, and environment.
Each component in story setting helps to build the narrative’s mood, plot, and character development.
The setting is more than just a backdrop to the story when, it includes everything that has to do with the social environment, place, and time.
Each component in story setting helps to build the narrative’s mood, plot, and character development.
The setting is more than just a backdrop to the story when, it includes everything that has to do with the social environment, place, and time.
Characters
A character is a person, animal, being, creature, or thing in a story.
Writers use characters to perform the actions and speak dialogue, moving the story along a plot line.
1. A story can have only one character (protagonist) and still be a complete story. This character’s conflict may be an inner one (within him/herself), or a conflict with something natural, such as climbing a mountain.
2. Most stories have multiple characters interacting; protagonist the main good character and an antagonist causing a conflict for the protagonist.
Characters are what make stories. Without a character, there is no story to tell, only a lot of scenery.
Many characters in literature, television series, and movies have a huge impact on people.
Writers use characters to perform the actions and speak dialogue, moving the story along a plot line.
1. A story can have only one character (protagonist) and still be a complete story. This character’s conflict may be an inner one (within him/herself), or a conflict with something natural, such as climbing a mountain.
2. Most stories have multiple characters interacting; protagonist the main good character and an antagonist causing a conflict for the protagonist.
Characters are what make stories. Without a character, there is no story to tell, only a lot of scenery.
Many characters in literature, television series, and movies have a huge impact on people.
Vocabulary Time!
What do you know about Newspapers?
Keeping it Short
We use the same idea as a newspaper when we try to Summarize a story.
First try to answer the 5 Ws about the story in the order that the events happened.
First try to answer the 5 Ws about the story in the order that the events happened.
Planning A Report
When we write a report we can make a planner to help us organize all of the information.
Paragraphs
We use paragraphs any time we write a paper, be it a story or a report. Paragraphs help us organize our thoughts and helps the reader when reading the text.
In a story paragraphs are organized by the Plot Mountain method
(Beginning / Exposition, Build up / Rising action, Climax, Build down / Falling action, Resolution)
In a story paragraphs are organized by the Plot Mountain method
(Beginning / Exposition, Build up / Rising action, Climax, Build down / Falling action, Resolution)
In a newspaper we use paragraphs to help guide readers through all of the information.
Paragraphs in a newspaper usually focus on a certain one of the 5 Ws, some paragraphs even include statements from people that were present for the event the newspaper is reporting about (Quotes).
Remember when we want to add quotes we need to use "Speech Marks" to show the reader what is being said.
Paragraphs in a newspaper usually focus on a certain one of the 5 Ws, some paragraphs even include statements from people that were present for the event the newspaper is reporting about (Quotes).
Remember when we want to add quotes we need to use "Speech Marks" to show the reader what is being said.
Layout Of Newspaper Reports
Newspapers follow the same layout. Below you will see the way too layout your newspapers.
Remember if your newspaper is going to be long then try to make sure you use paragraphs.
Remember if your newspaper is going to be long then try to make sure you use paragraphs.
Newspaper Name- This is the name of the news teller.
Date- We always write the date the newspaper was written so people know how old it is. Headline- The title of the report Picture of the scene of the report Caption- This explains what the picture is showing Paragraphs- The paragraphs in a Newspaper are usually written in columns Some reports will end with information about the author. |
Using Adjectives Correctly
Remember!!!
Adjectives are words that describe nouns!!!
Did you know that we can show intensity of words by changing the adjective used
Adjectives are words that describe nouns!!!
Did you know that we can show intensity of words by changing the adjective used
Connectives
Sentences
Writing A Newspaper Report
Making Edits
Importance of Adverbs
Back To Verbs
Vocabulary Time!
Similes
A simile compares two different things (with common quality) using "like" or "as".
We can find simile examples in our daily speech. We often hear comments like, “John is as slow as a snail.” Snails are notorious for their slow pace, and here the slowness of John is compared to that of a snail. The use of “as” in the example helps compare the two.
Let's look at some similes used in sentences.
We can find simile examples in our daily speech. We often hear comments like, “John is as slow as a snail.” Snails are notorious for their slow pace, and here the slowness of John is compared to that of a snail. The use of “as” in the example helps compare the two.
Let's look at some similes used in sentences.
- The glow of the balcony light was as bright as the sunshine.
- At exam time, the students are as busy as bees.
- Grandma is getting old, sometimes she is as blind as a bat.
- When the test was over, she felt as light as a feather.
Alliteration
Alliteration is a number of words, having the same first consonant sound, occur close together in a series.
Example:
Both sentences are alliterative because the same first letter of words (B) occurs close together and produces alliteration in the sentence.
An important point to remember here is that alliteration does not depend on letters but on sounds.
In our daily life, we notice alliteration in the names of different companies.
Example:
- But a better butter makes a batter better.
- A big bully beats a baby boy.
Both sentences are alliterative because the same first letter of words (B) occurs close together and produces alliteration in the sentence.
An important point to remember here is that alliteration does not depend on letters but on sounds.
In our daily life, we notice alliteration in the names of different companies.
- Bed Bath & Beyond
- Krispy Kreme
- Dunkin' Donuts
- Coca Cola